Bolens 233 vs Craftsman 131.9640
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Bolens 233 and the Craftsman 131.9640 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
- The Craftsman 131.9640 is the more recent model: production started in 1968, versus 1961 for the Bolens 233.
- The Bolens 233 is heavier: 226 kg versus 120 kg for the Craftsman 131.9640.
- The Bolens 233 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 32".
Full specs comparison
| Bolens 233 | Craftsman 131.9640 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 7 HP | 7 HP |
| Production years | 1961 | 1968 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 226 kg | 120 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 12 / 2 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 105 cm | — |
| Length | 156 cm | 137 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 32" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Bolens 233 or the Craftsman 131.9640?
The Bolens 233 and the Craftsman 131.9640 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
Which is more recent, the Bolens 233 or the Craftsman 131.9640?
The Craftsman 131.9640 is the more recent model: production started in 1968, versus 1961 for the Bolens 233.
Which is heavier, the Bolens 233 or the Craftsman 131.9640?
The Bolens 233 is heavier: 226 kg versus 120 kg for the Craftsman 131.9640.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Bolens 233 or the Craftsman 131.9640?
The Bolens 233 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 32".
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